Oral QuestionForeign, Commonwealth and Development Office

“What recent diplomatic steps he has taken in negotiations with the EU to help support peace in Northern Ireland.”

Tabled: 25 January 2023Answered: 31 January 2023

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs

Answer from Hansard

The Minister for Care (Stephen Kinnock)

When someone is detained, family involvement is extremely valuable, and families should be supported to maintain contact with their loved ones. Our Mental Health Bill will strengthen requirements to involve families in people’s care. We will require clinicians to involve patients and their families where possible when developing new statutory care and treatment plans.